GETS 2025 Concludes In Abu Dhabi With Global Roadmap For Responsible And Inclusive Technology Governance
The Governance of Emerging Technologies Summit (GETS 2025) concluded in Abu Dhabi, highlighting the UAE's leadership in technology governance. Organised by the Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC) with the UAE Public Prosecution, it attracted over 1,000 participants from more than 20 countries. Attendees included ministers, senior officials, technologists, legal experts, and business professionals.
Sarah bint Yousef Al Amiri, Minister of Education, stressed AI's role in preparing future generations. She highlighted the need for ethical frameworks to maximise AI's benefits. "Integrating AI concepts and tools into academic curriculum represents a strategic investment in building more resilient societies prepared for the demands of the future," she stated.
Omar Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications, spoke on the UAE's early investment in a national AI ecosystem. He said this approach focuses on flexibility and competitiveness. "Guided by visionary leadership, the UAE recognised early on the importance of artificial intelligence and the need to shape its future through bold action and responsible governance," he noted.
Maryam bint Ahmed Al Hammadi, Minister of State and Secretary General of the UAE Cabinet, discussed embedding responsible technology governance into national policy. She emphasised that this is part of a broader vision for agile institutions and legislation capable of navigating digital complexities.
The summit featured discussions on policy challenges across various sectors. Changpeng Zhao (CZ), Co-Founder of Binance and Giggle Academy, examined regulatory systems for a decentralised Web3 landscape. Dr. Najwa Aaraj from the Technology Innovation Institute focused on innovation and resilience amid AI and quantum disruption.
In healthcare sessions, Dr Amin Hussain Al Amiri from MoHAP explored AI governance in clinical settings with NMC Healthcare and Al Dhafra Youth Council representatives. They discussed frameworks ensuring data protection and improved patient outcomes.
Creative Industries and Education
The creative sector was also addressed by speakers from National Library and Archives, Byteplus, and Lune Technologies. They discussed generative AI risks and digital content ownership rights. The education panel included Sarah bint Yousef Al Amiri alongside Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence representatives.
Together with Abundance Studio members and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Lameen Abdul-Malik, they stressed integrating tech governance into education to prepare future professionals effectively.
Strategic Roadmap for Technology Governance
A concluding session featured Dr Mohammed Abdullah Al-Ali from TRENDS Research & Advisory with Stephane Timpano from ASPIRE. They shared insights from two days of discussions. Their strategic roadmap aims to enhance global coordination for ethical innovation in technology governance.
The summit ended with a Gala Dinner hosted by the UAE Public Prosecution. This event celebrated achievements while reaffirming the UAE’s commitment to global conversations around advanced technologies with ethics and ambition.
With inputs from WAM
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